What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist Assistant position at Maxim Healthcare Staffing?
The Speech LanguagePathologist Assistant assists the Speech Language Pathologist in providing speech and language services. TheSpeech Language Pathologist Assistant will have clinical, educational, documentation, and treatment related activities while working within the scope of responsibilities/ plan of care assigned by the Speech Language Pathologist and/or physician.
Responsibilities:
Provides components of a speech and language program as specified in thetreatment plan developed by a supervising SLP in accordancewith the physicians plan of care according to state regulation
Provides timelyand accurate documentation of student, client and patient performance and reports this information to the supervising SLP
Programs and provides instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices
Maintainscommunication with thecompany and other personnel caring for theclient, patient, student to assure that their efforts effectively complement each other and support the objectives outlined in the plan of carewithin the scope of practice
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Other Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) duties as assigned
Requirements:
Must be a graduate of an SLPA program with an associates degree, or have a bachelors degree in a speech-language pathology or communication disorders program
Successful completion of a minimum of 100 hours of supervised field work experience or its clinical experience equivalent
Current certification or licensure as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in the State of Practice
One (1) year of prior professional Speech-LanguagePathology Assistant experience preferred; Schools experience preferred
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Must possess and maintain current CPR certification in accordance with State regulation(s)
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Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
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Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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